JOLIET, Ill., Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- The search for an affordable family-focused SUV with a fun-to-drive mentality may seem more like finding a needle in a haystack for new vehicle shoppers. However, Mazda has set out to shatter the mold with its full-size SUV to create an exciting in-car experience for drivers and passengers alike.

Expected to arrive at Bill Jacobs Mazda in Joliet and dealers across the country in late 2013, the 2014 Mazda CX-9 is redefining the world of family-focused vehicles with sedan-like performance and interior features common to much pricier SUVs. With a rare coexistence of agility, comfort, and entertainment, the seven-passenger Mazda CX-9 truly delivers on all levels for the family.

Powered by a 3.7-liter V6 capable of generating 273 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, the 2014 Mazda CX-9 achieves top-of-class fuel-economy and power.

Inside, the CX-9 is equipped with the latest entertainment features led by an available 10-speaker Bose CenterPoint surround sound system that uses ambient noise technology to drown out the sounds of the road and deliver a crisp sound. With Bluetooth connectivity, HD radio, and various other media connectivity channels, the CX-9 allows families to enjoy content through any portable media device.

In addition to the CX-9 and other recent 2014 vehicle releases from Mazda available at Bill Jacobs Mazda, the dealer currently is running its Mazda Tire Price Match Program to help Joliet Mazda owners find the best price on new tires before winter. Through the Price Match Program, Bill Jacobs Mazda will match the price of any identical set of tires within 25 miles of the lot so drivers can receive the specialized service of a dealership while paying the prices of local competitors.

For more information about the upcoming arrival of the 2014 Mazda CX-9 or the Mazda Tire Price Match Program, visit the Bill Jacobs Mazda website or contact the dealer directly at 815-741-6975.